Articles by Allison Shapira

Photo of New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge, Photo by Carmen Mandato / Getty Images, published in The Athletic

The Moment Every Leader Faces When They Speak

A viral clip of Aaron Judge giving a speech sparked widespread criticism online. But the reaction reveals a deeper leadership truth: the moment someone is seen as a leader, people expect them to communicate like one. Leadership communication skills aren’t optional—they’re a core capability that develops through practice and intention.

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Allison Shapira speaking on stage at the Trusted Leader Summit, smiling and gesturing to the audience.

The Most Powerful Leader in the Room Asks Better Questions

The most powerful person in the room isn’t the one with all the answers—it’s the one who asks the question that changes how everyone else thinks. Today’s leaders must shift from trusted expert to thoughtful questioner to guide teams through uncertainty and rapid change.

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AI for the Authentic Leader book by Allison Shapira, focused on clarity and authentic leadership in the age of AI.

AI Will Expose Your Leadership Gaps

AI leadership gaps become visible when instructions lack clarity. As leaders delegate more to AI agents, undefined outcomes and unclear guardrails can scale small mistakes into costly ones. The solution begins with clarity of thought and speech.

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World Economic Forum logo in snowy Davos, where Allison Shapira joined conversations on human-centered leadership and the responsible use of AI.

Don’t Forget to Be Human

At Davos, one word kept surfacing in conversations about AI: humanity. As technology accelerates, leaders are being called to strengthen—not sideline—the human side of work.

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Bright winter sun over snow-covered rooftops and pine trees in Davos, Switzerland — Allison Shapira leadership blog post image about the decisions leaders can no longer avoid.

The Decisions Leaders Can No Longer Avoid

As AI reshapes work, power, and trust, leaders are reaching an inflection point. The decisions made in the next two years will determine whether technology strengthens leadership—or quietly erodes credibility, judgment, and human agency.

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Allison Shapira holding her book AI for the Authentic Leader — executive communication expert and keynote speaker on authentic leadership, human-centered AI, and leadership presence.

AI use is why teams don’t trust their managers

The rules of AI for business communication are still being written—but your choices today already shape how others perceive your leadership. A new study shows that the higher your role, the more you’re judged for using AI. So how can leaders use it without losing trust? Here’s what you need to know.

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